Join By Light Professional IT Services LLC to support DoD software application development with cybersecurity engineering, requirements, and testing.

Define cybersecurity requirements for software applications aligned to program requirements and objectives
Recommend ways to embed security engineering practices across the system development lifecycle
Assess cybersecurity requirement compliance using manual and automated software analysis tools and methods; present findings to the customer as needed
Conduct adversarial assessments using offensive tools, techniques, and methods against network-enabled and web applications to uncover weaknesses, gaps, and vulnerabilities
Propose mitigations and countermeasures to reduce or eliminate software-level threats
Interface directly with the software development team to apply software security engineering principles throughout the system development lifecycle

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, IT or related field required; professional and/or military experience may be substituted in lieu of degree
Must meet IAT Level II requirements under DoD 8140 baseline certifications
IAT Level II certification required immediately upon hire
Maintain certification currency through continuing education as specified by the certification authority
Experience with software engineering, development, and/or systems engineering across all phases of the system development lifecycle
Systems administration skills including Linux; security settings, services, and hardening using STIGs and security policies; shell scripting or Python is a plus
Ability to troubleshoot and recover from unexpected adverse configuration changes and provide advisory support
Knowledge of threat assessment and solutions to mitigate or eliminate threats
Experience with offensive security tools and adversarial techniques and methods
Experience implementing software application solutions to comply with NIST SP 800-53 security controls
Skills in compliance and vulnerability reporting and other formal technical documentation
Understanding of Risk and Compliance Frameworks

Understanding of DoD acquisition processes and relevant cyber security processes, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Security+ certification

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Wellness Program
401(k) Matching
Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Education & Training
Generous Leave Policy: 11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty

U.S. Citizenship required due to government contract requirements
Current SECRET security clearance required
Ability to attain TOP SECRET/SCI clearance
Security clearance requirements will be specified in the Government’s Task Order
On-site role in Orlando, FL; travel may be required (less than 10%)

Jr. Cyber Security Engineer

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